the rule i have heard from both professional dog trainers and my vet is take their age lets say 3 months old add 1 to the age (4) and that is how many hours they can hold it. My pups were waking up like yours when they were younger but they have definately gotten over it ( i think it comes with age). You just have to tell them who is the leader (ever heard of the "pack dog" theory?). try playing soothing music close to their cage. Where is their cage located at night? can she see you? you might want to cover her cage with a towel or think blanket, not only will it make her feel safer (blocking out all noise and light) it will also serve to keep her from feeling a draft and/or other things that might be awakening her during the night. |